Falltech Unidrive Manuel D'instructions page 10

6.0 Maintenance, Service, and Storage
6.1 Maintenance:
Ensure the rescue device is kept free of excess paint, grease, dirt or other contaminants as this may
cause the mechanism to malfunction. Ensure no debris enters the housing through the rope access
port. Clean the exterior of the unit as required with a detergent/water solution. Avoid water other
corrosion causing elements to enter the housing. After cleaning, allow the unit to air dry. Clean labels
as required.
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DO NOT use heat to dry.
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DO NOT attempt to disassemble the Rescue Device unless authorized in writing by the
manufacturer.
6.2 Service:
If service is required for any reason; inspection failure, usage limits, any type of malfunction, tag
the unit as "UNUSABLE", store separately, and contact FallTech at 323-752-0066 to receive a Return
Authorization number. The Rescue Device is not user repairable. Only the manufacturer, or someone
authorized in writing, may make repairs to the Rescue Device.
6.3 Storage:
The Rescue Device shall be stored in an appropriate container to protect the device in a cool, dry,
clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid caustic, chemical, or other hazardous environments.
Additional storage means other than those provided by FallTech may be necessary depending on the
storage environment.
7.0 Inspection
7.1 Pre-Use User Inspection:
Perform an inspection before each use in accordance with the recommendations in Table 1 below.
Remove from service any unit that fails inspection. Do not use any unit that was not properly
inspected and prepared before repacking.
Inspection
Verify that the rope lifeline moves smoothly through the device. Switch the travel direction
lever and ensure that the rope lifeline moves smoothly in both directions.
Verify that when the travel direction lever is engaged, the rope lifeline does not travel on one
side of the device. Confirm the locking function of the device in both directions.
Inspect the entire unit for signs of corrosion or signs of contamination that may result from long
periods of storage in poor environments.
Inspect the entire length of the rope lifeline. Rope should not present frayed strands, cuts,
abrasions, burn marks, and discoloration indicating UV damage.* Thimble eyes should be firmly
in place and there should be no build-up of foreign matter such as paint, dirt, rust, concrete or
cement etc. *Minor fuzziness of rope of rope is acceptable so long as the inner white core of the
rope is not openly exposed
Check for any missing or loose screws or nuts and any deformed or damaged components.
Examine the external housing for cracks, breaks, warping, or other damage.
Check the external Connectors and the Anchorage Carabiner for damage and deformation. The
Anchorage Carabiner Gate should twist open and snap shut easily and smoothly.
All labels must be intact and totally legible (see Section 8).
7.2 Post-Use User Inspection:
After use, units must be inspected fully before returning to service by a Competent Person. Perform
an inspection in accordance with the recommendations in Table 1 below. Remove from service any
unit that fails inspection.
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Table 1 - Guidelines for Rescue Device Inspection
Pass Fail